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Transfer from Rovaniemi airport to Ylläs (Äkäslompolo)

Rovaniemi → Ylläs (Äkäslompolo) · about 180 km · about 2h 35min · fixed price €400 per vehicle.

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Rovaniemi → Ylläs (Äkäslompolo)

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Quick answer · checked 23 Oct 2026

Rovaniemi → Ylläs (Äkäslompolo): key facts

Private transfer, Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) to Ylläs (Äkäslompolo): the car (1–3 passengers) is €400 and the van (4–8) is €490, a set price for the vehicle that does not change at checkout. Expect 180 km on the road via 79 and 934; about 2h 35min off-peak, 2h 35min – 3h 15min in rush hour.

Pickup: The driver waits in the arrivals hall of the Rovaniemi Airport terminal, after baggage reclaim, with a sign showing your name. The booking includes flight monitoring and an hour of free waiting from touchdown; your bags are loaded for you.

Ylläs is a fell and ski resort in Finnish Lapland, with the village of Äkäslompolo at its foot, and it is one of the longest transfers from Rovaniemi. The drive heads west and then north through Kittilä, over mostly forested terrain with long straight roads. In winter, snow and ice are normal and darkness falls early; reindeer can appear on the road, so driving is slower. The transfer is among the longest of any in this region.

Äkäslompolo is a small village with a supermarket, restaurants and a number of cabin and hotel properties, a short distance from the ski lifts at Ylläs. The fell has dozens of downhill slopes and a large cross-country skiing network, and the ski season runs from late autumn until May. In summer, the area is used for hiking and fishing. The Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park starts nearby. Cabins are often some distance from the village centre, so the exact address matters.

Public transport: No direct public service from the airport was confirmed; the resort is far to the west of Rovaniemi and regional coach options should be checked with Matkahuolto.

Price
€400 per car (1–3) · €490 per van (4–8)
Distance
180 km by road
Driving time
2h 35min, 2h 35min – 3h 15min at busy times
Pickup
RVN arrivals hall, name sign
Included
flight tracking, 60 min free waiting, luggage, free cancellation up to 24 h before

Sources (checked 23 Oct 2026): road distance and driving time: OSRM / OpenStreetMap.

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Fixed price by group size

Price per vehicle, not per person. Luggage and child seats in the booking.

Car (1–3 passengers)
€400
per vehicle, not per person
Van (4–8 passengers)
€490
per vehicle, not per person
The route
Distance: 180 km
Travel time: 2h 35min

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No asterisks, no surcharges on arrival.

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Driver with a name sign
Waits in arrivals, helps with the luggage.
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Luggage included
A suitcase and a carry-on per person, no surcharge.
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Free cancellation
Up to 24 h before the ride — full refund.
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FAQ

Questions about this route

How long is the drive from Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) to Ylläs (Äkäslompolo)?

About 180 km via 79 and 934: 2h 35min with clear roads, 2h 35min – 3h 15min in heavy traffic. The price stays €400 per car either way.

Where exactly does the driver wait at RVN?

The driver waits in the arrivals hall of the Rovaniemi Airport terminal, after baggage reclaim, with a sign showing your name.

Is there a direct bus from Rovaniemi Airport to Ylläs?

No direct service was confirmed; check Matkahuolto for regional coaches towards Kittilä and Äkäslompolo.

Should I give the exact cabin address?

Yes, cabins are spread around the fell and village, so the address lets the driver choose the right road.

Is €400 the price per person?

No — that is the price for the whole car for up to 3 people. For 4–8 people the van costs €490, also per vehicle.

Can the price go up?

No. The price shown when you book is the final price — no surcharges for traffic, airport fees or luggage.

Can I cancel?

Yes, free of charge up to 24 hours before the ride — you get a full refund. Later cancellations and no-shows are not refunded.

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